Using pose estimation and 3D rendered models to study leg-mediated self-righting by lanternflies

T Bien, BH Alexander, C Li… - Integrative and …, 2024 - academic.oup.com
The ability to upright quickly and efficiently when overturned on the ground (terrestrial self-
righting) is crucial for living organisms and robots. Previous studies have mapped the …

Wax “tails” enable planthopper nymphs to self-right midair and land on their feet

CL McDonald, GT Alcalde, TC Jones III… - Integrative and …, 2024 - academic.oup.com
The striking appearance of wax 'tails'—posterior wax projections on planthopper nymphs—
has captivated entomologists and naturalists alike. Despite their intriguing presence, the …